On 12/12/1996, the vessel GORDON REID (Official Number 813735) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in ENTRANCE TO FAIR HARBOUR, TAHSISH INLET, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 14 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/17/1996. Weather at the time was reported as .

While conducting soundings in entrance to Fair Harbour to confirm reported chart depth error, the CCGS Gordon Reid grounded on an uncharted shoal. Vessel freed on rising tide.